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Photo: gal2.org On Tuesday, September 11, 2018, veteran guardian ad litem volunteer Dorothy "Dot" Binger was presented with the Glenn J. Winuk Humanitarian Service Award. This accolade is bestowed by Tallahassee law firm Holland & Knight every September 11th to honor "those who dedicate their time to serve others in the community." A volunteer with […]

Photo: State of Florida On Tuesday, December 6, 2016, one of our outstanding volunteers was recognized by Governor Rick Scott, the Florida Cabinet and Volunteer Florida. Those familiar with our program all certainly know or have heard of Dorothy "Dot" Binger, an award-winning volunteer with a heart of gold. During the agenda of the cabinet […]

Photo: David July/gal2.org On Thursday, June 25, 2015, the Tallahassee Democrat published an article written by Volunteer Recruiter Sara Blumenthal about our outstanding volunteer Dorothy "Dot" Binger. Binger was recently presented with a lifetime achievement award at this year's annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner and Reception. The article is presented below in case you missed it. […]

Photo: David July/gal2.org Thursday, May 24, 2018 The Second Judicial Circuit Guardian ad Litem Program and Guardian ad Litem Foundation Second Circuit, Inc. are hosting a special event for our volunteer guardians ad litem, community supporters and staff. Join us on Thursday, May 24, 2018 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM for our Volunteer Appreciation […]

Photo: David July/gal2.org Thursday, May 18, 2017 The Second Judicial Circuit Guardian ad Litem Program and Child Advocates II, Inc. (CAII) are hosting a special event for our volunteer guardians ad litem, community supporters and staff. Join us on Thursday, May 18, 2017 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM for our Volunteer Appreciation Dinner and […]

Saturday, April 16, 2016 Grandparents as Parents is hosting an event of interest to grandparents, other relative caregivers and their children. Join them on Saturday, April 16, 2016 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM for the Grandparents as Parents Spring Social. An enjoyable event for all ages, lunch and games will be provided for the […]

Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Grandparents as Parents is hosting a lunch of interest to grandparents and other relative caregivers. Join them on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM for the Grandparents as Parents Luncheon. A complimentary lunch will be provided to grandparents and other relative caregivers, who will have an opportunity […]

New Events We regularly host, sponsor and support a variety of events that provide community outreach, increase awareness of our program, help recruit new volunteers, raise funds and furnish training to our volunteer guardians ad litem. The following events were added to our calendar. My JumpVault Training Continuing Education Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Disability Is […]

On Wednesday, October 21, 2015, six new volunteers sworn in as guardians ad litem at the Leon County Courthouse in Tallahassee, Florida. The ceremony was presided over by the Honorable Karen Gievers, a dependency court circuit judge who officiates our volunteer swearing in events regularly. Volunteer Recruiter Sara Blumenthal and Volunteer Trainer Christine Gornik were […]

Photo: David July/gal2.org On Thursday, May 7, 2015, Child Advocates II, Inc. (CAII) and the Second Judicial Circuit Guardian ad Litem Program hosted our annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner and Reception. This fun event provides an opportunity for the local guardian ad litem community to get together with their families to socialize, have fun and recognize […]